Hurricane season is right around the corner. Dr. Adney wants to know, “Are your pets microchipped?” Call us today at 727-785-7200 for more information on this quick and simple permanent form of identification for dogs and cats!

Emergencies come in many forms, and they may require anything from a brief absence from your home to permanent evacuation. Each type of disaster requires different measures to keep your pets safe. The best thing you can do for yourself and your pets is to be prepared.

Step 1 Get a Pets Rescue Alert Sticker
This easy-to-use sticker will let people know that pets are inside your home. Make sure it is visible to rescue workers, and that it includes 1) the types and number of pets in your household; 2) the name of your veterinarian; and 3) your veterinarian’s phone number. If you must evacuate with your pets, and if time allows, write “EVACUATED” across the stickers.

Step 2 Arrange a Safe HavenArrange a safe haven for your pets in the event of evacuation. DO NOT LEAVE YOUR PETS BEHIND. Remember, if it isn’t safe for you, it isn’t safe for your pets. They may become trapped or escape and be exposed to numerous life-threatening hazards. Note that not all Red Cross disaster shelters accept pets, so it is imperative that you have determined where you will bring your pets ahead of time:

Contact your veterinarian for a list of preferred boarding kennels and facilities.

Ask your local animal shelter if they provide emergency shelter or foster care for pets.

Identify hotels or motels outside of your immediate area that accept pets.

Ask friends and relatives outside your immediate area if they would be willing to take in your pet.

Step 3 Emergency Supplies and Traveling KitsKeep an Evac-Pack and supplies handy for your pets. Make sure that everyone in the family knows where it is. This kit should be clearly labeled and easy to carry. Items to consider keeping in or near your pack include:

Pet first-aid kit and guide book (ask your vet what to include, or visit the ASPCA Store to buy one online)

3-7 days’ worth of canned (pop-top) or dry food (be sure to rotate every two months)

Disposable litter trays (aluminum roasting pans are perfect)

Litter or paper toweling

Liquid dish soap and disinfectant

Disposable garbage bags for clean-up

Pet feeding dishes

Extra harness and leash (Note: harnesses are recommended for safety and security)

Photocopies of medical records and a waterproof container with a two-week supply of any medicine your pet requires (Remember, food and medications need to be rotated out of your emergency kit—otherwise they may go bad or become useless.)

Bottled water, at least 7 days’ worth for each person and pet (store in a cool, dry place and replace every two months)

A traveling bag, crate or sturdy carrier, ideally one for each pet

Flashlight

Blanket (for scooping up a fearful pet)

Recent photos of your pets (in case you are separated and need to make “Lost” posters)

Especially for cats: Pillowcase or EvackSack, toys, scoopable litter

Especially for dogs: Long leash and yard stake, toys and chew toys, a week’s worth of cage liner.

You should also have an emergency kit for the human members of the family. Items to include: Batteries, duct tape, flashlight, radio, multi-tool, tarp, rope, permanent marker, spray paint, baby wipes, protective clothing and footwear, extra cash, rescue whistle, important phone numbers, extra medication and copies of medical and insurance information.

Step 4 Choose “Designated Caregivers”This step will take considerable time and thought. When choosing a temporary caregiver, consider someone who lives close to your residence. He or she should be someone who is generally home during the day while you are at work or has easy access to your home. A set of keys should be given to this trusted individual. This may work well with neighbors who have pets of their own—you may even swap responsibilities, depending upon who has accessibility.

When selecting a permanent caregiver, you’ll need to consider other criteria. This is a person to whom you are entrusting the care of your pet in the event that something should happen to you. When selecting this “foster parent,” consider people who have met your pet and have successfully cared for animals in the past. Be sure to discuss your expectations at length with a permanent caregiver, so he or she understands the responsibility of caring for your pet.

Step 5 Evacuation Preparation
If you must evacuate your home in a crisis, plan for the worst-case scenario. If you think you may be gone for only a day, assume that you may not be allowed to return for several weeks. When recommendations for evacuation have been announced, follow the instructions of local and state officials. To minimize evacuation time, take these simple steps:

Store an emergency kit and leashes as close to an exit as possible.

Make sure all pets wear collars and tags with up-to-date identification. Your pet’s ID tag should contain his name, telephone number, and any urgent medical needs. Be sure to write your pet’s name, your name and contact information on your pet’s carrier.

The ASPCA recommends microchipping your pet as a more permanent form of identification. A microchip is implanted in the animal’s shoulder area, and can be read by scanner at most animal shelters.

Always bring pets indoors at the first sign or warning of a storm or disaster. Pets can become disoriented and wander away from home during a crisis.

Consider your evacuation route and call ahead to make arrangements for boarding your pet outside of the danger zone at the first sign of disaster.

Step 6 Geographic and Climatic Considerations
Do you live in an area that is prone to certain natural catastrophes, such as tornadoes, earthquakes or floods? If so, you should plan accordingly.

Determine well in advance which rooms offer safe havens. These rooms should be clear of hazards such as windows, flying debris, etc.

Choose easy-to-clean areas such as utility rooms, bathrooms, and basements as safe zones.

Access to a supply of fresh water is particularly important. In areas that may lose electricity, fill up bathtubs and sinks ahead of time to ensure that you have access to water during a power outage or other crises.

In the event of flooding, go to the highest location in your home, or a room that has access to counters or high shelves where your animals can take shelter.

If emergency officials recommend that you stay in your home, it’s crucial that you keep your pets with you. Keep your Evac-Pack and supplies close at hand. Your pets may become stressed during the in-house confinement, so you may consider crating them for safety and comfort.

Special Considerations for Birds

Birds should be transported in a secure travel cage or carrier.

In cold weather, make certain you have a blanket over your pet’s cage. This may also help reduce the stress of traveling.

“There’s nothing like the loving companionship a pet can bring to a home,” says Dr. Al Paredes, Veterinarian in Palm Harbor, Florida, “and a puppy or kitten for Christmas is a wonderful gift for a single person or a family.” Sure they require care, but the unconditional love and companionship they give in return is well worth it.

a puppy or kitten should be seen by a veterinarian for their vaccines and even spay neuter services are something that should be considered as soon as the puppy or kitten is old enough is a good option. Here at the Day and Evening Pet Clinic in Palm Harbor, Florida, January and February are some of our busiest months as people who got a puppy or kitten for Christmas bring them in for veterinarian services like, spay, neuter and vaccines.

We offer low cost spay neuter and vaccines coupons for puppies and kittens, as well as older pets and it is gratifying to see the owners taking such good care to make sure their pet stays healthy and happy.

All of us here at Day and Evening Pet Clinic wish you a happy holiday season.

The spay neuter decision for your dogs and cats is an important one for pet owners. It is important to understand the impact of the decision as animal lovers who value your pets.

It happens in Pinellas and Pasco County

In some states, up to 300,000 homeless animals are euthanized in animal shelters every year. The animals that are not adopted, and must be euthanized are not always the offspring of homeless “street” animals. Often, they are the puppies and kittens of cherished family pets and include purebreds.Dr. Al Paredes, spay neuter vet at Day and Evening Pet Clinic in Palm Harbor, Florida reminds us that, “In every community in Pinellas County and Pasco County, there are many homeless animals. In the United States, the estimated number of homeless animals that enter animal shelters each year is 6-8 million. Only about half of these animals are adopted. Unfortunately, the other half is euthanized. These are healthy, good natured pets that would have made great companions for families or those who live alone.”

Without spay neuter your pet’s offspring could become shelter animals

“Too many people believe that their pet’s puppies or kittens would never become homeless shelter animals,” says Dr. Al Paredes, “but the sad reality is that each time the family dog visits the neighbor’s female dog, or the indoor/outdoor cat returns home pregnant once again, the result is another litter of dogs or cats. Even if the puppies or kittens are placed into homes, they can end up in an animal shelter if they become difficult to handle, or can reproduce and their offspring can wind up homeless.”
It is a real tragedy that more than 3 million cats and dogs are euthanized in shelters in the United States each year.

You can be part of the solution

Spay neuter is the only permanent, 100-percent effective method of birth control for dogs and cats.
Veterinarian Dr. Al Paredes said, “These millions of pet deaths each year are a needless misfortune. By spaying and neutering your pet, you can be an important part of the solution. Contact Day and Evening Pet Clinic today for an appointment to find out about our low cost spay neuter services for your dog or cat and be sure to let your family and friends know that they should do the same.”
Our pet clinic offers low cost spay neuter vet services for Pinellas and Pasco County – Get discount coupons for spay neuter and vaccines at http://www.spavet.com or call us at 727-785-7200.
Serving Palm Harbor, Tarpon Springs, Holiday, New Port Richey Florida with low cost spay neuter services.

Spay Neuter Veterinarian New Port Richey Florida

Here’s what a Veterinarian for New Port Richey Florida has to say about spay, neuter, and vaccination programs for cats and dogs in Pasco and Pinellas counties Florida.

Dr. Al Paredes suggests, “As a vet serving the pets of New Port Richey Florida, your pet will stay healthier, be happier, and be more enjoyable to be around if you bring your pet in to see us for our low-cost spay and neuter or vaccine programs.”

Our vet clinic is an after hours, day and evening hours pet clinic. Our pet clinic is open 6 days a week. And we take walk-ins, or you can call to set an appointment.

And we’re conveniently located at 3206 Alternate 19 Highway in Palm Harbor Florida, just north of Alderman Road.

You can drop your pet off before you go to work, and have them home later that same day after their surgery.

Oh, and as a gift to your pet, go to www.spavet.com to get your discount spay neuter, and vaccine coupons to save money on your pets needs.

So if your pet needs routine surgery, vaccines, spay, neuter or more, call us today at (727) 785-7200. We also provide routine pet care. Plus, we have a full service pharmacy.

Spay Neuter Veterinarian Holiday Florida

If you live near Holiday Florida, and your dog or cat needs spay neuter or vaccines, let our veterinarian and vet staff for Holiday, Florida take care of your dog or cat .

If your pet …dog or cat…needs a vet…our veterinarian at the veterinary clinic for Holiday Florida… is just what you need!

Yes… finally, there is a after hours, day and evening hours pet clinic open for your dogs or cats in Pinellas or Pasco County.

Our veterinarian Dr. Al Parades has been in practice over 25 years….so he’s really good at what he does for pets.

And we’re conveniently located at 3206 Alternate 19 Highway in Palm Harbor Florida, just north of Alderman Road and just minutes from Holiday, Florida.

Because your pet’s care and your convenience are our top priorities, our pet clinic is open 6 days a week. And we take walk ins …or you can call to set an appointment.

We even have evening and weekend hours to care for your pets. Or you can drop them off before you go to work …and have them home later that same day after their surgery.

Our team of highly trained veterinarian and friendly vet staff are ready to give you instant service to help you and your cats or dogs…whether they need routine surgery, vaccines, spay, neuter or more…because we also provide routine pet care…plus we have a full service pharmacy.

So call us today at (727) 785-7200. Our veterinarian and vet staff looks forward to help your Holiday Florida cats and dogs with their veterinary needs today.